Electrical Engineer Intern

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools andjobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner.

The purpose of Southwire's College Programs is to provide valuable experience to students pursuing a bachelor's degree or higher. Our goal is to give students meaningful work that builds on what they are learning in the classroom. Our programs are project based. Students will receive a project at the beginning of the summer and present it in our project expo at the end of the summer. Ourmore thanseven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developinnovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardshipand enhancing the well-being ofthe communitiesin which we work and live.How will you power what'spossible?

Location : Denton

Shift : May 18th-Aug 7th

Pay Rate : $20.00

• $23.00

Job Description

Job Summary / Objective :

The purpose of Southwire's College Programs is to help early career professionals bring together formal learning and

productive work to improve their ability to transition from school to work. Southwire provides interns and co-ops with

"real world" applications of their academic studies, helpful feedback and coaching, and consideration for employment

after graduation. Each student will have a variety of responsibilities and assigned projects that relate to their field of

study and be responsible for developing a timeline, progress updates, and final delivery in a senior leadership expo.

Note : All new interns and co-ops must begin in the summer rotation.

Ready to explore new horizons in your own development as a Southwire Intern or Co-op and help us power what's possible?

Key Responsibilities

will include an assigned project and opportunities to present your work.

leaders, many of whom began as interns and co-ops themselves.

offboarding experience, assigned a mentor, networking opportunities, organized events, activities, and

community service / volunteer initiatives.

a world-class program community.

Long Description

Project 1 : Spark Detection System Integration

The Electrical Engineering Intern implemented a streamlined integration of the sparkdetection error monitoring system into the production line. Previously, each error detection machine required engineering support for configuration, causing unnecessary downtime during replacements. The intern redesigned the wiring architecture so the spark detector could be directly connected to the main line, enabling maintenance personnel to swap units without any additional setup. They also modified the PLC(Programmable logic controller) logic to support the new plugandplay configuration and updated the associated electrical prints to reflect the revised control architecture. This upgrade improved system reliability, reduced downtime, and simplified longterm maintenance.

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Project 2 : Machine Relocation & AutoCAD Update

The Electrical Engineering Intern supported the relocation of a production machine by validating its physical dimensions and ensuring proper placement at the new site. They measured the existing machine, compared those measurements with outdated drawings, and updated the AutoCAD documentation to accurately reflect the equipment's realworld dimensions. The intern also surveyed the proposed installation area, confirming that the machine would fit and identifying any spatial or clearance concerns. Their work ensured a smooth relocation process and reduced the risk of installation issues.

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Benefits We Offer :

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.